This compendium of Goethe's works, supplemented by a biography written by George Henry Lewes, offers readers a glimpse into the life and mind of one of the greatest literary figures in history. From his early days as a lawyer to his later years as a scientist and writer, Goethe's diverse interests and talents are on full display in this collection of his writings. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.